--- title: "Supply of Fire Safety Equipment" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000823004" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823004" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000823004.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000823004.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "FIFE COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-16" --- # Supply of Fire Safety Equipment Buyer: FIFE COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000823004 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823004) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000823004.json) ## Summary Fife Council has completed the procurement process for the supply and disposal of fire safety equipment, adhering to standards such as BS 5306-3 2009, BS 5306-8 2023, and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. This procurement followed an open procedure and culminated in the awarding of a £151,900 contract to VWS Limited, located in Cumbernauld. The process was initiated in February 2026 and concluded with the signing of the contract on 9th July 2026. This award is part of Fife Council's strategy to enhance its fire safety protocols, and it also adheres to the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Key aspects of the tender included the requirement for electronic submissions, with all phases conducted from Fife, UK (Region UKM72), classified under the CPV code 35110000, within the 'goods' category. This procurement tender presents a robust opportunity for SMEs specialising in fire safety equipment and compliance with UK safety standards to expand their portfolio and gain a foothold in the public sector. With an emphasis on community benefits, aligning business goals with social, economic, and environmental impact criteria, contractors will not only fulfil a crucial public safety role but also contribute to local development goals. Companies that can provide quality equipment, efficient disposal services, and competitive pricing are well-positioned to benefit from similar future contracts, making it a valuable growth opportunity for businesses capable of meeting the Council’s technical and financial requirements. ## Notice Supply and Disposal of Fire Safety Equipment that comply with BS 5306-3 2009, BS 5306-8 2023 and Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 ### Lot Information Lot 1 Open tender procedure to select a single supplier for the supply and disposal of fire safety equipment for Fife Council Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Renewal: Optional Extension for 12 months ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560305 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 9 Jul 2026 | | Contract period | 1 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £196,000 | | Lots value | £196,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £151,900 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | FIFE COUNCIL | | Locality | GLENROTHES | | Post town | Kirkcaldy | | Postcode | KY7 5LT | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife | | Local authority | Fife | | Electoral ward | Glenrothes Central and Thornton | | Westminster constituency | Glenrothes and Mid Fife | | Delivery location | TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | VWS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment ## Release History - 16 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560305 - 6 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549063 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549063&idx=1 6th February 2026 - TENDERINFODOC V2.2 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549063&idx=2 6th February 2026 - TN1 V2- CM0027 Supply of Fire Safety Equipment - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549063&idx=3 6th February 2026 - TN2 V3- CM0027 Supply of Fire Safety Equipment - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549063&idx=4 6th February 2026 - Terms and Conditions - Fife Council - Purchase of Goods V13 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549063&idx=5 6th February 2026 - APPENDIX A - PRICING SCHEDULE - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549063 Supply of Fire Safety Equipment - Supply and Disposal of Fire Safety Equipment that comply with BS 5306-3 2009, BS 5306-8 2023 and Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560305 Supply of Fire Safety Equipment - Supply and Disposal of Fire Safety Equipment that comply with BS 5306-3 2009, BS 5306-8 2023 and Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.fife.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823004 - https://www.fife.gov.uk/kb/docs/articles/business2/doing-business-with-us/community-benefits-a-guide-for-suppliers - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=812077 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=812077 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/authority/noticecreate/Notice_optionsESPD.aspx?id=812077 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/authority/noticecreate/Question21.aspx?ID=812077 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html?VISITORID=666e1650-cd3d-4915-b28a-94130b636102&_ncp=1771927827595.18510-1 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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